2 step Equations

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What is a two-step equation?

Back

A two-step equation is an algebraic equation that requires two operations to solve for the variable.

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Solve for p: 4p + 5 = 17

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p = 3

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Solve for a: 15 = 2a + 7

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a = 4

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Solve for x: x/5 - 13 = 20

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x = 165

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Solve for x: 3x + 5 = 4

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x = -1/3

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Solve for x: 2x - 4 = 10

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x = 7

Front

What is the first step in solving the equation 4p + 5 = 17?

Back

Subtract 5 from both sides to isolate the term with the variable.

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What is the second step in solving the equation 2a + 7 = 15?

Back

Subtract 7 from both sides, then divide by 2.

Front

What does it mean to isolate a variable in an equation?

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To isolate a variable means to get the variable alone on one side of the equation.

Front

What is the solution to the equation 2x - 4 = 10?

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x = 7